St Vitus Cathedral

St. Vitus Cathedral dominates the Prague Castle complex with its soaring Gothic towers, intricate stone facades, and stunning stained glass windows that reward careful photographic attention. From outside, position yourself in the third courtyard for a wide shot of the south facade, or step back toward the castle gardens for a full elevation view; a 16-35mm lens handles the scale well while a longer focal length compresses the towers nicely from farther back. Inside, the nave and the Art Nouveau Mucha window in the north transept are highlights worth shooting in detail. Overcast days are ideal outdoors as they reduce harsh shadows on the ornate stonework, while interior shooting benefits from the soft, diffused light filtering through the stained glass in the morning hours. Arrive early to avoid the crowds that build quickly, and note that a ticket is required to enter the cathedral interior. (Prague, Bohemia, Czechia)